2017-Fiesta-Owners Manual

Vehicle Care

Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle at an angle to the vehicle's surface may damage graphics and cause the edges to peel away from the vehicle's surface. Underbody Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free of debris or foreign material. Under Hood For removing black rubber marks from under the hoodwe recommendMotorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover. WAXING Regular waxing is necessary toprotect your car's paint from the elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface once or twice a year. When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of direct sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before applying wax. • Use aqualitywax that does not contain abrasives. • Follow themanufacturer’s instructions to apply and remove the wax. • Apply a small amount of wax in a back-and-forth motion, not in circles.

• Do not allow wax to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim. The wax will discolor or stain the parts over time. • Roof racks. • Bumpers. • Grained door handles. • Side moldings. • Mirror housings. • Windshield cowl area. • Do not apply wax to glass areas. • After waxing, your car's paint should feel smooth, and be free of streaks and smudges. CLEANING THE ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are cleanbecause grease anddirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • SprayMotorcraft EngineShampooand Degreaser on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage.

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